How to carry out replacement: Shock Absorber C 220 CDI 2.2 (204.202) Mercedes S204
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How to change rear shock absorbers on MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class T-modell (S204) – replacement guide

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This replacement procedure can be used for:
MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class T-modell (S204) C 250 CGI (204.247), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class T-modell (S204) C 200 CDI (204.201), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class T-modell (S204) C 250 CDI 4-matic (204.282), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class T-modell (S204) C 180 CDI (204.200), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class T-modell (S204) C 350 CDI (204.223), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class T-modell (S204) C 350 CGI (204.257), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class T-modell (S204) C 200 Kompressor (204.241), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class T-modell (S204) C 230 (204.252), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class T-modell (S204) C 280 (204.254), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class T-modell (S204) C 350 (204.256), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class T-modell (S204) C 200 CDI (204.207), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class T-modell (S204) C 220 CDI (204.208), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class T-modell (S204) C 320 CDI (204.222), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class T-modell (S204) C 320 CDI 4-matic (204.289), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class T-modell (S204) C 180 Kompressor (204.245), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class T-modell (S204) C 220 CDI (204.202), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class T-modell (S204) C 350 CDI (204.225), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class T-modell (S204) C 350 CDI 4-matic (204.292), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class T-modell (S204) C 250 CDI (204.203), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class T-modell (S204) C 220 CDI (204.208), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class T-modell (S204) C 200 CGI (204.248), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class T-modell (S204) C 220 CDI 4-matic (204.284), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class T-modell (S204) C 220 CDI (204.202), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class T-modell (S204) C 180 (204.231) … View more

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Tools
Replacement: shock absorbers – MERCEDES-BENZ C-CLASS T-Model (S204). List of the tools you'll need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
Ceramic grease
Copper grease
Torque wrench
Drive socket # 10
Drive socket # 13
Drive socket # 16
Torx bit E14
Torx bit T40
HEX bit no.H5
17-mm strut nut socket
Shock absorber socket # DD6
Wheel impact socket #17
Ratchet wrench
Clip removal tool
Long nose pliers
Vice
Hydraulic transmission jack
Wheel chock
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Replacement: shock absorbers – MERCEDES-BENZ C-CLASS T-Model (S204). Tip from AUTODOC:
  • Both shock absorbers of the rear suspension should be replaced simultaneously.
  • The replacement procedure is identical for the left and right shock absorbers of the rear suspension.
  • Please note: all work on the car – MERCEDES-BENZ C-CLASS T-Model (S204) – should be done with the engine switched off.
Carry out replacement in the following order:
  1. Step 1
    Open the boot lid.
    Step 2
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    Remove the boot floor panel.
  2. Step 3
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    Fold down the backrests of the rear seats.
  3. Step 4
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    Remove the clips of the boot side lining. Use a clip removal tool.
  4. Step 5
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    Remove the cover of the boot side lining.
  5. Step 6
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    Remove the boot side light. Use a clip removal tool.
  6. Step 7
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    Unscrew the fastener and remove the boot lashing eye. Use Torx T40. Use a ratchet wrench.
  7. Step 8
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    Unscrew the fasteners of the boot sill panel. Use a drive socket #10. Use a ratchet wrench.
  8. Step 9
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    Detach the boot sill panel.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Replacement: shock absorbers – MERCEDES-BENZ C-CLASS T-Model (S204). Do not use excessive force when removing the part as this may damage it.
  9. Step 10
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    Detach the boot side lining.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Do not apply excessive force when removing the part. Otherwise you may damage it.
  10. Step 11
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    Clean the fasteners of the shock absorber upper mount. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  11. Step 12
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    Unscrew the upper shock absorber fasteners. Use a drive socket #13. Use a ratchet wrench.
  12. Step 13
    Secure the wheels with chocks.
    Step 14
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    Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17.
  13. Step 15
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    Raise the car.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    If you are using a jack, make sure it rests on a flat surface without any unevenness.Be sure to additionally secure the car with jack stands.
  14. Step 16
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Important! Hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. MERCEDES-BENZ C-CLASS T-Model (S204)
  15. Step 17
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    Remove the wheel.
  16. Step 18
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    Release the clips and remove the suspension arm plastic cover. Use long nose pliers.
  17. Step 19
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    Clean the lower shock absorber fastener. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  18. Step 20
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    Unscrew the lower fastener of the shock absorber. Use Torx E14. Use a drive socket #16. Use a ratchet wrench.
  19. Step 21
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    Remove the fastening bolt.
  20. Step 22
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    Unscrew the locker fasteners. Use a drive socket #10. Use a ratchet wrench.
  21. Step 23
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    Remove the shock absorber.
  22. Step 24
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    Grip the shock absorber in a vice.
  23. Step 25
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    Clean the shock absorber rod fastener. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  24. Step 26
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    Remove the fastener of the shock absorber piston rod. Use a 14.5-mm strut nut socket. Use HEX No.H5. Use a ratchet wrench.
  25. Step 27
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    Remove the shock absorber mount, boot and bump stop.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Replacement: shock absorbers – MERCEDES-BENZ C-CLASS T-Model (S204). Carefully inspect the mount, the boot, and the bump stop of the shock absorber. Replace if necessary.
  26. Step 28
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    Install the mount, boot and bump stop onto a new shock absorber.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Before installing a new shock absorber you should pump it manually 3-5 times.
  27. Step 29
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    Tighten the shock absorber rod nut. Use a 14.5-mm strut nut socket. Use a shock absorber socket #DD6. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 28 nm torque.
  28. Step 30
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    Treat the shock absorber rod fastener. Use copper grease.
  29. Step 31
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    Release the vice and take out the shock absorber.
  30. Step 32
    Clean the shock absorber mounting seats. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
    Step 33
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    Place the shock absorber in the wheel arch and fasten it.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    MERCEDES-BENZ C-CLASS T-Model (S204) – To avoid injury, hold the shock absorber while screwing in the fastening bolts.
  31. Step 34
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    Install the fastening bolt.
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